Australia’s World Cup-winning captain, Pat Cummins, finds himself at the center of attention as his Sunrisers Hyderabad prepare to take on the Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) final. Just five days after a daunting defeat, Cummins and his team are looking for a remarkable turnaround to secure another major title on Sunday.

Hyderabad’s journey to the final has been marked by ups and downs. They clinched their place in the final after defeating Rajasthan Royals by 36 runs in the last qualifier held in Chennai. However, this win came on the heels of a crushing eight-wicket loss to Kolkata in the first playoff match in Ahmedabad.

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Despite the recent setback, Hyderabad remains an apt opponent. They claimed their only IPL title in 2016 under the leadership of another Australian, David Warner. Cummins, one of the most expensive players in the IPL auction with Hyderabad securing him for $2.5 million, brings significant experience and leadership to the team. He notably led Australia to victory in both the World Test Championship and the ODI World Cup last year.

ICC World Test Championship 2023

Led by Cummins, Australia reached the final of the World Test Championship for the first time. They faced off against India, the runners-up of the inaugural edition. The highly anticipated final took place at the Kennington Oval in London from June 7 to 11, 2023, where Cummins led his team to victory.

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While Cummins’ journey at the start of the world cup started with people doubting him, he silenced all of them by the end of it. The decisions that he made at the final paid Australia off very well. Taking the risk of bowling first, keeping the team’s composure in control, while playing in front of Ahmedabad’s full house hostile crowd, Cummins’ led team Australia to a remarkable win that night.

Cummins’ leadership in the current IPL has played a pivotal role for Sunrises, particularly in the high-scoring matches where the team has set record totals of 277 and 287. Cummins’ ability to rotate bowlers effectively has been crucial in defending these imposing totals.

As the stage is set for the IPL final at Chennai’s M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, cricket fans can expect a thrilling showdown between two powerhouse teams. With both Hyderabad and Kolkata aiming for IPL glory, the final promises to be a gripping encounter filled with excitement and drama.